KVS / NVS Current Affairs — Last 12 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Sat, 01 Nov 2025
Nine killed in crush at Venkateswara Swamy temple in Kasibugga, Andhra Pradesh, on Ekadashi
Nine devotees were killed in a crush at the privately managed Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Kasibugga, Srikakulam district, Andhra Pradesh, on the morning of 1 November 2025, when crowds swelled on the occasion of Ekadashi.
Karnataka, Kerala, Haryana, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh mark formation days on 1 November
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Haryana on their formation days on 1 November 2025.
Scindia lays foundation of Integrated Sohra Tourism Circuit under PM-DevINE in Meghalaya
DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia laid the foundation stone for the Integrated Sohra Circuit Development under the PM-DevINE scheme and launched DoNER projects worth ₹233 crore in Meghalaya on 1 November 2025, in the presence of Chief Minister Conrad Sangma.
Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada begins nationwide, 1–15 November 2025
The Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada, a fortnight of events from 1 to 15 November 2025 honouring tribal freedom fighters, began across the country as part of the year-long observance of the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
CCPA fines Dikshant IAS and Abhimanu IAS ₹8 lakh each for misleading advertisements
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) said on 1 November 2025 that it had imposed penalties of ₹8 lakh each on coaching centres Dikshant IAS and Abhimanu IAS for misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Fri, 31 Oct 2025
PM addresses Rashtriya Ekta Diwas at Kevadia on Sardar Patel's 150th birth anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas programme at Kevadia, Gujarat, on 31 October 2025, marking the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Lucknow named UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
UNESCO named Lucknow a Creative City of Gastronomy on 31 October 2025, making it India's second city with the title after Hyderabad.
India and US sign 10-year framework for major defence partnership in Kuala Lumpur
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth signed a 10-year 'framework for the US-India major defence partnership' in Kuala Lumpur on 31 October 2025.
India wins best-ever 48 medals at Asian Youth Games 2025 in Manama
India finished sixth with a best-ever 48 medals (13 gold, 18 silver, 17 bronze) as the Asian Youth Games 2025 closed in Manama, Bahrain, on 31 October 2025.
India to host International Fleet Review, MILAN and IONS Conclave together at Visakhapatnam in February 2026
The Defence Ministry announced on 31 October 2025 that India will host the International Fleet Review 2026, Exercise MILAN 2026 and the IONS Conclave of Chiefs together at Visakhapatnam from 15 to 25 February 2026.
Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan sets three Guinness World Records
The Union Health Ministry said on 31 October 2025 that the Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan had earned three Guinness World Records titles.
India's first fully digitised Marine Fisheries Census launched at Kochi
Union Minister of State George Kurian launched the first fully digitised National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 at ICAR-CMFRI, Kochi, on 31 October 2025.
Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2025 awarded to 1,466 personnel
The Ministry of Home Affairs announced on 31 October 2025 that 1,466 personnel of States, UTs, CAPFs and CPOs will receive the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak for 2025.
Delhi records best January-October average air quality in eight years, barring 2020
The Environment Ministry said on 31 October 2025 that Delhi's average AQI for January-October 2025 was 170, the best in eight years apart from the 2020 lockdown year.
Thu, 30 Oct 2025
AI and Computational Thinking to be taught in all schools from Class 3 from 2026-27
The Ministry of Education said on 30 October 2025 that Artificial Intelligence and Computational Thinking will be introduced in schools from Class 3 onwards, starting in the 2026-27 academic session.
India and Chile conclude third round of CEPA negotiations in Santiago
The third round of negotiations for an India-Chile Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) was held in Santiago, Chile, from 27 to 30 October 2025.
Model Youth Gram Sabha initiative launched to teach students grassroots democracy
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the Model Youth Gram Sabha initiative in New Delhi on 30 October 2025 to give school students hands-on experience of grassroots democracy.
Wed, 29 Oct 2025
India's installed power capacity crosses 500 GW; non-fossil sources over 51%
The Ministry of Power said on 29 October 2025 that India's installed electricity capacity reached 500.89 GW as of 30 September 2025, with non-fossil sources making up over 51%.
PM addresses Maritime Leaders Conclave at India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Maritime Leaders Conclave and chaired the Global Maritime CEO Forum at India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai on 29 October 2025.
President Droupadi Murmu flies Rafale at Ambala, first President to fly in two IAF fighters
President Droupadi Murmu took a sortie in a Rafale fighter at Air Force Station Ambala, Haryana, on 29 October 2025, becoming the first President of India to fly in two IAF fighter aircraft.
NITI Aayog unveils 'Reimagining Manufacturing' roadmap for advanced manufacturing in Pune
NITI Aayog's Frontier Tech Hub unveiled the roadmap 'Reimagining Manufacturing: India's Roadmap to Global Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing' in Pune on 29 October 2025.
14th round of commercial coal mine auctions launched with Underground Coal Gasification provisions for the first time
The Ministry of Coal launched the 14th round of commercial coal mine auctions on 29 October 2025, offering 41 mines and including Underground Coal Gasification provisions for the first time.
India and Nepal sign agreements for two 400 kV cross-border transmission lines
POWERGRID and the Nepal Electricity Authority signed agreements in New Delhi on 29 October 2025 to build the Inaruwa-New Purnea and Lamki (Dododhara)-Bareilly 400 kV cross-border transmission systems.
PM Modi speaks to Japan's new PM Sanae Takaichi, the country's first woman Prime Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on 29 October 2025 to congratulate her on taking office and discuss the India-Japan partnership.
DRDO hands over 12 technology transfer licences for eight products at SAMANVAY 2025 in Bengaluru
DRDO handed over 12 Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology (LATOTs) for eight products to industry at SAMANVAY 2025 in Bengaluru on 29 October 2025.
Tue, 28 Oct 2025
Cabinet approves Terms of Reference of 8th Central Pay Commission headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai
The Union Cabinet approved the Terms of Reference of the 8th Central Pay Commission on 28 October 2025; the Commission, headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, must report within 18 months.
President Murmu inaugurates 8th ISA Assembly in New Delhi, first President to address the Assembly
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the opening plenary of the Eighth Session of the International Solar Alliance Assembly at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 28 October 2025, the first address by an Indian President to the Assembly.
Severe Cyclonic Storm Montha crosses Andhra Pradesh-Yanam coast near Narsapur
Severe Cyclonic Storm Montha crossed the Andhra Pradesh and Yanam coasts near Narsapur, between Machilipatnam and Kalingapatnam, around midnight of 28-29 October 2025, IMD said.
National Biodiversity Authority releases ₹55 lakh to Red Sanders farmers in Tamil Nadu under benefit sharing
The National Biodiversity Authority said on 28 October 2025 that it has released ₹55 lakh to 18 Red Sanders farmers in Tamil Nadu under the Access and Benefit Sharing framework, the first such payout to cultivators.
APEDA facilitates first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indi and Puliyankudi limes to the UK
APEDA facilitated the first-ever air shipment of GI-tagged Indi lime from Vijayapura, Karnataka, and Puliyankudi lime from Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu, to the United Kingdom on 28 October 2025.